Hot Dog Cash Tracker

mary // Dec 3, 2009 at 1:47 pm

Steve I cant get the video to play

Sam // Dec 3, 2009 at 1:56 pm

What an exciting contest, Steve. If I’m luckey enough to win, I won’t have to build my own cart! Keep the great ideas and information coming.

troy // Dec 3, 2009 at 3:02 pm

i love the video and idea how much and how do i get in the contest for the hot dog cart .thank you!!!! troy

Cindy // Dec 3, 2009 at 2:17 pm

Steve,

I am so excited about this program. I have used QB before and yes, it can be a real pain!

Kudos to you for your support and efforts!!!

Paul Cline // Dec 3, 2009 at 2:35 pm

It has a large amount of static.When can we download this?
I am going the NEW route on all my equipment and supplies. I think that the final tally will be about $1,000. Cheap at half the price. I’ve been watching the DVD’sver and over. It gives me something new each time I watch them. You beat the Perry guy hands down, I’m glad I got out oy that deal without too much expense.
I’m building the cart in my garage, it’s really cold, but have a torpedo heater and that seems to get the temp down to a resasonable temp, without much frostbite.
Sincerely
Paul Cline

Paul Cline // Dec 3, 2009 at 2:38 pm

I also ordered one of those condiment coolers, it looks to be well worth the money,although the price had jumped back up. Probably due to your article.

Jim Lester // Dec 3, 2009 at 2:48 pm

Great news I have a Cart for my Minnesota operation. But would like another for my Arkansas winter operation. I have been looking at Ben’s carts they look great. I’m getting tired of Quick books they are a pain in the ——-

Leonard // Dec 3, 2009 at 2:52 pm

I so,so,so, excited about this new program, thanks Steve, i’m in the early stages of building my business, and the thought obviously occured Keeping da Books, yuk,,

Thanks so much….

Mark // Dec 3, 2009 at 3:20 pm

I wonder how much freedom you’ll have to add additional categories that you want to track. I make my own dogs and sausages and that’s another entire layer of accounting.

Jim // Dec 3, 2009 at 3:56 pm

That’s awesome Steve, Easy is good !!! They claim Computer’s make life simple, except when you get a program written by a computer geek, and can’t figure out to use the darn thing !!! By the way put me in for that cart Givaway drawing I hope to start up my business early next spring

Frank Feely // Dec 3, 2009 at 4:05 pm

Steve, what’s the cost? Sounds great!

Rick // Dec 3, 2009 at 4:46 pm

This has to be the best idea since the invention of the hot dog
Finally a bookkeeping system just for us
The 101 Hot Dog Cart Business Deductions are outstanding and there Free
Can’t wait to see more
Steve you truly have given the Hot Dog Vendors a rare gift

steve // Dec 3, 2009 at 5:36 pm

Some people mentioned that they can’t see the videos.

That’s probably because you don’t have Flash Player installed on your computer.

It’s free. Get it at:
http://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/

-Steve

steve // Dec 3, 2009 at 5:37 pm

Mark,

It’s super easy to add additional categories. We built it with that in mind.

You’ll see that capability in an upcoming video.

-Steve

DON IN SAC CA // Dec 3, 2009 at 5:43 pm

HI Steve
i think that would bee nice for under my tree to open this year as I till you your the best info on the net for hd info YOUR HELPED A LOT OF US OUT HERE THAT ARE WHERE YOU HAVE BEEN And for not keeping all your info locked up i thank you for all of us out here in ho tdog land
Don in ca

Terry/ The Hot Dog Guy // Dec 3, 2009 at 5:48 pm

Steve,

This system will be a great help to a lot of us. Up till now, I’ve just been keeping everything on a spreadsheet and it’s a pain!

Don in ca // Dec 3, 2009 at 6:03 pm

HI Steve well whn you told me to sit back as you were working on what we all needed for the book keeping end of this
Well Steve please tell you wife thats and thanks for you for not giving up
and i would love to be the one to win the cart
thanks pne more time
Don in ca

Tim/Get Grilled // Dec 3, 2009 at 7:02 pm

Hey Steve
Unbelievable!!!!! You are unreal. This Cart give away Is an aweome deal.

Can I say anything about Cashtracker????

Tim/Get Grilled // Dec 3, 2009 at 7:03 pm

Not sure what an aweome deal is, but this cart give away is awesome

Cindy // Dec 3, 2009 at 7:36 pm

When can I get the program!!!!!

steve // Dec 3, 2009 at 8:09 pm

Tim,

No you can’t say anything!

Just kidding, go ahead

-Steve

steve // Dec 3, 2009 at 8:11 pm

Cindy,

Hopefully, Cash Tracker will be ready to download tomorrow…

-Steve

AJ Ramos/ City Doggz // Dec 4, 2009 at 2:07 am

Hey Steve, this program is awesome, I’ve already tried the trial version and I love it, I already all my info for the last 3 months and my profit margin is even better than I thought. This is a must have for all the Hot Doggers out there, it really makes easier for us. I hate numbers unless its tangible of course.
Let us know the price for the software.
Thanks
AJ

Jim // Dec 4, 2009 at 2:23 am

Thank you Steve!! I am planning on opening in the spring and have been searching for exactly this type of program. I can’t wait. Oh and the free Cart would be extremely helpful too, I hope I win.

Rick // Dec 4, 2009 at 5:48 am

Steve
I downloaded the Cash Tracker,reviewed it & started using it. ITS GREAT
It has everything I need to make my bookkeeping the best in the bus.
Plus It has greatly reduced my bookkeeping time
which meane more time for my family
I don’t need to wait a week .I am ready to buy it now

Mike // Dec 4, 2009 at 6:27 am

Damn Steve, I wish I had a faster computer with a sound card….I can’t see are hear the video….How do I get in on the cart drawing?
Mike

Tim/Get Grilled // Dec 4, 2009 at 6:53 am

Hey Everybody,
I was one of the doggers that was allowed the opportunity to try out Cash Tracker for Steve.

I was amazed at how easy this is to use. It is, like Steve says, as easy as just clicking a button. I will never use another program for my financial records again. Cash Tracker was the best thing that happened to me for my finances. It saves time, that means money. I was able to transfer my entire season, April through October, in about three hours. That includes all my expenses, profit, and travel. I was amazed at how good this is. If you do not already have it, I recommend that you get it. You will not regret it

steve // Dec 4, 2009 at 7:45 am

For those who can’t access the videos, I’ll put together a text based information page with all the details. It should be up soon.

-Steve

Larry // Dec 4, 2009 at 7:58 am

Hey Steve I want to get a hotdog cart but cant afford one right now but been doing alot of of looking an getting information about the bussiness, would luv to win the hotdog cart so i can got to work how do i enter for it. have a great day an ty

steve // Dec 4, 2009 at 8:00 am

HOW TO ENTER THE FREE HOT DOG CART DRAWING…

Sorry for the caps, I’m not yelling, just wanted to get your attention.

Everyone who purchases an activation code will be automatically entered to win.

Codes will go on sale sometime next week.

You already have access to the full Cash Tracker program so you can try it out before you buy.

Therefore activation codes are non-refundable. Fair enough?

I’m sure there are some folks who don’t really want Cash Tracker, but want to purchase an activation code just to enter the drawing.

That’s fine by me, just remember – no refunds.

The contest entry period will only be a few days long so don’t delay.

-Steve

Mike // Dec 4, 2009 at 8:00 am

Thanks Steve for text based info….Mike

Terry/ The Hot Dog Guy // Dec 4, 2009 at 8:32 am

Steve,

This puts my spreadsheet system to shame! It looks great and I can’t wait to test drive it.

tenacity // Dec 4, 2009 at 9:31 am

Wow! Looks and sounds great Steve. I am furiously building the cart ‘The Little Red Wagon’ will be operational soon. Been preapproved by the county and still need insurance and HOT DOGS!

Roger // Dec 4, 2009 at 12:54 pm

Steve,
The hat is off to you and your wife on this one. This is a help to everyone. As you know my primary concession is the coffee cart on a 3- wheeler with the homemade HD cart in tow. I have not launched the hot Dog side of it yet but regardless of HD’s or esspresso shots; the CashTraker does the same job. Can the user delete or add product names? I have the download so I’ll see if I can in the Test base. Looks great!

Big D's Dog House // Dec 4, 2009 at 3:01 pm

Well Steve It Looks like you have done it again !!!
You have made my life smoother and my wife happy, as she does the books. This is what every new dogger needs. This past year was my first and this will give us a better idea of where we stand and where we need to cut cost at Thank you so much for all the hard work you do for us. Dwain

troy // Dec 4, 2009 at 3:30 pm

how are you going to draw the winner? how does the contest work ?

TROY // Dec 4, 2009 at 3:44 pm

how is the winner going to be picked ? what size is the cart ? and also how much is the cash tracker going to be ? looks and works awsome i will buy it .

steve // Dec 4, 2009 at 3:58 pm

Troy,

When you purchase an activation code, you will be automatically entered in the drawing.

The drawing will be conducted by Random.org, an organization who specializes in independent contest drawings.

If you want to check them out, go to http://www.random.org/draws/

-Steve

RogerDog // Dec 4, 2009 at 9:33 pm

Steve,
I am using the system and like it. I have a question about EXPENSE TYPES. There is a canned list with chips, sodas, condiments, etc.
My question is, can you or the user type in and add other products like coffee or “other”?

This would help those of us who have some non-taxable products. Please consider adding an “OTHER” box so that the user can enter another product. This would also expand the program to other business $$$$!!!. Thanks again.

Danika // Dec 4, 2009 at 11:51 pm

I am excited about Cash Tracker. I am just about to start up in the field, I have all my Corporate books done, but I have been stumped as to what to do with all the expenses and receipts. This came out just in time, as I was considering Quick Books and training software for Quick books as just the demo was so hard to understand. This program looks easy, and if it’s anywhere near Steve’s book carts of cash that is user friendly and easy to understand, then I can say that Cash tracker will be just as great as his other products. Most items say they are for dummies or very user friendly, but then you open it up and it’s still difficult to understand, well Steve’s products are truly easy for the beginner to understand. And I don’t mind taking the time to talk about a product that I know I truly believe in. I know you can’t go wrong with this program, so with that said, I am going to be getting mine right now.

steve // Dec 5, 2009 at 7:24 am

Roger Dog,

Yes, you can add anything you want to Cash Tracker, whether it be expense types, income sources, etc.

It is easy to do. I made a full tutorial video which will show you how.

You can download for free at:

http://www.hotdogcashtacker.com/tutorial.zip

Bob Abraham // Dec 5, 2009 at 7:33 am

Steve,

You have done it again! Carts of Cash, E-Z Built Hotdog Cart, Leasing information, the list goes on and on …….Now software to run your cart business. I am in the process of writing a business plan. I am planning to start up in the Spring.
This software will help tremendously. Many thanks!

steve // Dec 5, 2009 at 7:33 am

RUN TIME ERROR – EASY FIX.

Some Windows Vista users are getting a run time error message when they try to open the program.

You just need to set Cash Tracker to run in “compatability mode”.

It’s easy – here’s how:

http://www.hotdogcashtracker.com/vista_instructions.pdf

Mark // Dec 5, 2009 at 9:28 am

Another reason why you are the MAN – The hotdog man that is… Thanks,

RogerDog // Dec 5, 2009 at 11:15 am

While I was unable to open the tutorial, I have figured out how to enter, set-up and delete all contained within the upper tabs: PREFERENCES.
My CashTracker is now all set up with my personal preferences…once I stumbled upon it-it was easy. I really like the daily planner and activities tabs too. They allow me to plan the day and remember who, what, where and when. Then, not to mention the super REPORTS feature which allows me to print out anything I want to see! Yah mon…ees good.

Jim Lester // Dec 5, 2009 at 11:57 am

What the cost for the code? Also how do I download the program

Phil // Dec 5, 2009 at 12:02 pm

It looks great but the only thing I can’t figure out is when you get income it has to go into an account or petty cash, the same goes for expenses I can’t figure out how to add a petty cash to the business account or credit card. Other than that looks easy.

steve // Dec 5, 2009 at 12:25 pm

Phil,

I never used a petty cash account, but it would be easy to add it under the Income or Expense categories.

-Steve

Big D's Dog House // Dec 5, 2009 at 12:51 pm

Steve My wife wants to know if the program will run on windows 7 or other new systems and if there will be updates to make the program work on future operating systems?

AJ Ramos // Dec 5, 2009 at 1:14 pm

I have window vista (which I hate) I wasn’t able to open the program so I right clicked the icon and clicked on “run as administrator” and it has been working since.
Steve, what is the price for the code, I know you haven’t told us yet but I think everyone is so excited about the software and we’re just curious.
Thanks
AJ

steve // Dec 5, 2009 at 1:17 pm

WINDOWS VISTA USERS…

If you can’t open the software, try this:

Right click the icon and choose “run as administrator”

Thanks AJ!

-Steve

steve // Dec 5, 2009 at 1:18 pm

Dwayne (Big D’s Dog House),

Yes, and yes.

-Steve

steve // Dec 5, 2009 at 1:23 pm

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WHAT’S THE PRICE? WHEN CAN I GET IT?

It will be under $100.

I wasn’t planning on opening the doors until Thursday, because I wanted to get all my videos and bonuses finished and available to you so you could make an educated decision.

I’ve got a lot more free info for you…

However, it appears that a lot of you are ready to buy right now.

If you are ready now, let me know here in the comments. If the response is good, I’ll open it up early.

-Steve

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Larry // Dec 5, 2009 at 1:37 pm

Steve I want to thank you for all the help you offer the people who are in the industry or like me, planning on getting into the Hot Dog Business. My cart is being built right now and I am ready to purchase the Cash Tracker Program.

Thank You!!!

Kevin // Dec 5, 2009 at 1:41 pm

Is the software PC only? I’m guessing it is not available for mac.

clark // Dec 5, 2009 at 1:47 pm

i really like it seems to make things a lot easier but how about the taxes to be taken out from the employees you have hired to work for you i see it well total his check for that but i dident see where it took out the fed taxes or ss of state taxes. or did i miss that. i still love the way it well save me a lot of time on every thing else.

steve // Dec 5, 2009 at 2:05 pm

Kevin,

Cash Tracker is built for PCs, but Macs can run Windows if you use a program like Parallels.

http://www.parallels.com

I work on Macs exclusively, but I have Windows running with the Parallels software.

I can run Windows and Mac OSX at the same time on the same desktop.

I’m running Cash Tracker on my Mac this way. It works great!

Here are some other options:

You can use “Virtual PC” to convert PC-software to become Mac-compatible–
http://www.microsoft.com/mac/products/virtualpc/virtualpc.aspx?pid=virtualpc

You can use Windows Emulators for MAC:
You have a number of options…here are a few web sites you can look at….
http://www.iemulator.com/
http://www.microsoft.com/mac/products/virtualpc/virtualpc.aspx?pid=virtualpc
http://www.emulators.com/download.htm
http://www.emulators.com/

-Steve

steve // Dec 5, 2009 at 2:07 pm

Clark,

Cash Tracker does not take out payroll taxes. Sorry, you’ll have to do that yourself, but it will be a lot faster with Cash Tracker giving you the totals.

-Steve

Renee's Dogs // Dec 5, 2009 at 2:35 pm

Yes, I am ready to buy an activation code Steve…..

Danika // Dec 5, 2009 at 3:01 pm

I am ready for the code

Tom B. // Dec 5, 2009 at 4:01 pm

Count this Viet Nam Vet in!

Pocono Hot Dog // Dec 5, 2009 at 4:02 pm

My accountant will kiss my ass!

dean // Dec 5, 2009 at 5:30 pm

Looking foreword to buy your new product. Code Me !

Cindy // Dec 5, 2009 at 5:45 pm

Yes,

I want the cash tracker now!!!!! I am going for a womens small biz loan and this will help me out with the docs they want. Anyone who needs money to start biz should get wife to get a loan.

micro loans go up to $300,000 in wisconsin.

We vended last night at xmas parade and grill started on fire from brat grease. Thank God I had an exstingisher!!! News Paper took lots of pictures of us they liked the steam coming off the cart in the fridgid cold. compition was in town in an inside trailer but quality won out anyway. They were selling $1 dogs mine were Nathans $3.00 sold alot! Quality and good advertizing go a long way. Thanks Steve.

Mike // Dec 5, 2009 at 6:38 pm

The new system looks great. I’m ready, even the cows and plows here in Amish Country are excited. (Lancaster,PA)

Paul Cline // Dec 5, 2009 at 7:03 pm

Why should we wait when we need something now?

Connie Mac // Dec 5, 2009 at 8:14 pm

Its legit,I’m still working with it,howerver i was taold to fear the bean counters so I do!well now all they can say is I’ll have the combo!let us know when you roll it out.
thanks Steve

RogerDog // Dec 5, 2009 at 9:49 pm

I’m ready when you are. Now that I have been using it and all the set-up is done…it’s tailor made for Hot Dogs AND coffee goods. Dog-gonit I’m on it.

Phil // Dec 5, 2009 at 9:52 pm

I can wait a few more days if that brings a lower price or a better deal. Thats what this is all about saving money. If you have better deals to come and need a few days we should wait. You can send the new cart anytime.

JOHN.THE HOT DOG MAN // Dec 5, 2009 at 10:47 pm

I CAN’T WAIT TO SEE THE NEXT VIDEO.

Esteban Guzman // Dec 6, 2009 at 1:37 am

Hey Steve, I finally….FINALLY…got it to upload! Its fully functional and I’m going through all my receipts. I didn’t realize I had spent so much money but its ok, its an investment. Thanks for this software program, its extremely helpful.

Steve

Jim H // Dec 6, 2009 at 2:32 am

I am ready whenever the price is right. I really like the program,but, price is an object.

Larry, Buns 'n the Sun, Arizona // Dec 6, 2009 at 4:53 am

Steve, Looks interesting, would be nice though to have a quick cost analysis formula attached for bidding certain events..etc. and the ability to break down dailey cost. You may have this already as i haven’t seen the whole video yet.
Looks good and good luck.

Larry

steve // Dec 6, 2009 at 8:33 am

UPDATE 12/6/09: Here are the first three videos, in order…

Intro Video: http://www.HotDogCashTracker.com/ct_introvideo.html

Video 1: http://www.hotdogcashtracker.com/ct_video1_h75h32.html

Video2: http://www.hotdogcashtracker.com/ct_video2_hb4i29.html

George K // Dec 6, 2009 at 2:56 pm

Steve,

With every contact I have had with you until now, whether it be on this website or the telephone, you have always related to me with honor and respect. I want to thank you for the DVD set after the difficulty I encountered with the postal service.
Count me in. As soon as this activation code is available for purchase I will get it, and winning the new cart would be a real blessing, also.

As you know, I haven’t even started my business yet, but now I think that I am THAT much more ahead of the game for when I cook that FIRST hot dog.
Thanks again for everything.

George

George K // Dec 6, 2009 at 3:49 pm

WOW! As I was watching the downloaded tutorial, it suddenly occurred to me that I will NOW be able to enter all of the items from the hot dog parts list as business expenses so even THEY can be a deduction.
This is getting better and better!
Thanks again Steve.

George

Larry // Dec 6, 2009 at 4:46 pm

Steve, this is great can you enter percentages for state and local taxes with this program.

steve // Dec 7, 2009 at 11:02 am

I just got off the phone with Ben Wilson of Ben’s Hot Dog Carts. Ben is the super generous guy who is donating the cart for this contest.

Ben just gave me all the details about the giveaway cart. Super exciting stuff!

I’ll have the interview ready for you this evening, and you’ll be able to purchase your activation code (and enter the giveaway) at that time.

I’ll email you when it’s live.

-Steve

Spanky // Dec 7, 2009 at 2:12 pm

I’m a hot dog slinging computer geek. I am so excited!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

George V Kovach // Dec 8, 2009 at 12:19 am

I’ve got my activation code, and a great working copy of Cash Tracker. I just saw the interview video with Ben of Ben’s Carts, and the “Cash Cow” is quite impressive. C’mon everyone, get your activation codes now!

BTW Steve, Thanks for the free shipping tha awaits the winner of the cart.

George

Paul A. Kaiser // Dec 8, 2009 at 10:31 am

I’ve been using the program for about a month now and even had a Hard Drive Crash so we had to restore from back up!

The restore went great and all my data was recovered!

Steve if you were as cute as my wife I would kiss you!

Larry // Dec 8, 2009 at 10:35 am

Got my activation code. Everything is working great!!! Thanks for covering the shipping costs. Truly a great opportunity.

steve // Dec 8, 2009 at 10:45 am

Paul,

If I were as cute as your wife I wouldn’t be selling software

-Steve

Mark // Dec 9, 2009 at 10:24 am

Will you be shipping us a disk after we get the activation code. A disk with cashtracker on it?

steve // Dec 9, 2009 at 10:34 am

Mark,

No disc. You can download the full version of Cash Tracker right now for free at http://www.HotDogCashTracker.com.

There is a big orange button about halfway down the page that says “Get Cash Tracker”. It comes with a 5 day free trial.

If you like it you can purchase an activation code which lets you use it beyond the 5 day trial. That purchase automatically enters you into the contest for the free hot dog cart.

-Steve

Mark // Dec 9, 2009 at 10:36 am

Thanks Steve. Man you are really responsive. I just typed my last message a minute ago.

Bill // Dec 10, 2009 at 6:58 pm

Steve, I submitted a question but it seems to have vanished. I’ll try again. If I purchase the activation code, will the same code work if I have to switch/upgrade computers or have to restore an existing computer due to a crash?

steve // Dec 10, 2009 at 7:40 pm

Bill,

Yes, the software should recognize your unique code, but if it doesn’t, just email me and I’ll send you a new code.

We keep records of all purchases and we’ll be able to verify you as a Cash Tracker user.

-Steve

George V Kovach // Dec 11, 2009 at 9:14 pm

Hi Steve,

I just refused to sign the receipt for the second EZbuild DVD kit you sent out and told the deliverer to return it to you. My apartment manager called me the other day and said they found the original one that you first sent me!

Also, since I haven’t even started building my cart yet, I just finished personalizing my Cash Tracker by adding category “Cart Construction Materials” in Business Expenses and Contacts. Then I entered and priced everything on the parts list under that category, with prices and purchase locations. For each entry I dated 1/1/09, meaning that it has not yet been purchased. As I buy each item on the parts list, I will change the date to reflect the purchase date. I also entered all vendors’ information under a new contacts category also called “Cart Construction Materials”.

Finally, I have also entered the EZbuild DVD set, as well as Cash Tracker, in the same business expense category as above.

Still keepin the ole fingers crossed on the contest!

Thanks, Steve.

George

Brenda // Mar 28, 2010 at 11:01 pm

I’m trying to enter my name @ the red arrows on the side of your video, but,nothing happens when I click. would really love a new hotdog cart. Is there another way to emter

steve // Mar 29, 2010 at 5:19 am

Contest is over, sorry!